This summer I happened across two Fordson Major backhoes . On both of these tractors the Differential fill plug has two 1/16th in. holes ,I presume for air venting. Both were identical , in that the hole positions were 180 degrees & appear to have been punched rather than drilled. Second one I had the opportunity to remove the plug & see no signs of drill marks. Holes are so far out on the hex that if drilled there should have been marks inside the plug.. Very precise & smooth holes.
. I wonder if this was a modification when a Major was equipped with a back hoe.
. I wonder if this was a modification when a Major was equipped with a back hoe.